We are in for an early spring. That is, if we can trust the folklore surrounding a certain groundhog. Either way, it is never too early to start thinking about spring cleaning. Here are 7 tips to make your home look its best once winter wanes. 1. Cold winds and snowfall can take a toll on anything that grows out of the ground. Use a hand pruner to remove dead twigs and branches from trees and shrubs so they can grow healthy and full again in time for summer. 2. The first day of winter can come as a surprise, but what it leaves behind once the snow melts can be even more shocking. Scour your yard for broken sticks, refuse or dead leaves, as well as grime and residue left behind on gates, fences and siding due to melting. 3. There are few things as magnificent as the sparkle of…
Yes. JELD-WEN ProCore doors offer a solid core moulded door that can provide peace and quiet in even the noisiest homes. Perfect for a bedroom or a study where sound reduction is required, ProCore doors…
In most climates, an overhang is required for wood doors and suggested for all exterior doors. Keep in mind that overhangs are always wise, even for steel and fiberglass doors. The climate and the direction…
ENERGY STAR is a voluntary Canadian energy-efficiency initiative that helps consumers identify the most energy-efficient products available. You have seen the ENERGY STAR logo on windows, doors and home appliances. In order to choose the…
Installing a new front door is an excellent way to boost your home’s curb appeal, but why stop there? Here are 5 tips for dressing up your front entrance to make it look more inviting.…
Most windows have two main components, the frame and the sash. The frame is the outermost area, or casing of the window, and inside it are the sash and the glass. The sash is the…
JELD-WEN Canada is pleased to unveil the newest digital tool for window and door purchasers. Hot on the heels of the launch of our app for iOS devices, the new 3D Window Configuration Tool will…
Buying a property—new or already lived in—is an important event in a person’s life. It’s also a major investment, one you want to be properly advised and informed about. We recently consulted a mortgage broker…
If you’re in the process of changing your doors and windows or renovating your home, we invite you pay a visit to one of our JELD-WEN design centres. Conceived as much for individuals as for…
When it’s time to finalize your choice of doors and windows, there’s a host of details to consider: decorative glass, brick mould, hardware, simulated divided lites, Low-E glass, hung windows, casement windows, awning windows, etc.…
Do your windows squeak and creak? Is your sliding door a little less lustrous than it was the first day? Here are some tips for getting them back to their original glory. Moving parts Maintaining…
ENERGY STAR, the symbol of energy efficiency, recognizes organizations that are the best performing and most committed to the progression of energy efficiency every year. It is with great pride that JELD-WEN, manufacturer of windows…
As a key sponsor of the World-Champion Jennifer Jones rink, JELD-WEN Canada would like to wish the team the best of luck at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts, as well as reiterate support for Canadian…
JELD-WEN and McMunn & Yates Building Supplies Proud To Sponsor Safeway Curling Championship Continuing its tradition as a steadfast supporter of curling in Canada, JELD-WEN has teamed with McMunn & Yates Building Supplies as co-‐presenting…
At this festive time of year, we would like to offer you our best wishes and thank you once again for your support and confidence in us over the last year. We would also like…
